For most of May and the beginning of June, I was taking part in the #WeledaHairDare, so other than styling products, Weleda hair care was all that I was using. Even so, I'm surprised just how much product I got through! The shampoo and conditioner are only 6.4 and 6.8 ounces, respectively, but I used them up in about a month and a half, which, even considering the sizes, is a lot quicker than I usually go through shampoo and conditioner. Not to mention those 5 shampoo minis! I did feel like I was using more product than usual with these, but it wasn't until I saw the pile of empties that I realized just how much more!
Repurchase? Probably not. There are other shampoos and conditioners I like more.
This is a nice body wash with a light berry scent and the perfect amount of grittiness for an exfoliating product of this type. Not enough grit to class it as a full-on scrub, but enough that I knew it was there and could tell it was doing something.
Repurchase? Maybe. The ingredients aren't quite as natural as I'd like, but I'd consider it.
Acure Mint + Echinacea Stem Cell Shampoo and Conditioner
My mom ran out of her regular shampoo and conditioner and ended up finishing these off while I was using all that Weleda, but I'm including them anyways, since I'd say I used at least 7/8 of both before starting on Weleda's challenge. My mom was a fan, and I liked them too, just not as much as Acure's Argan + Argan Stem Cell variety. The shampoos seem pretty comparable - other than scent - but the mint conditioner is lighter and not as hydrating as the argan.
Repurchase? Doubtful. I've re-ordered the Argan set to replace these.
Beautiful Curls Curl Reviving Tonic [Review]
This is a great product. I use it on days when I don't wash my hair and it does just what the name suggests: revives my second day, slept on curls. I've already started on a new bottle.
Repurchase? Yes.
Facial in a Jar is one of those powder products that does double duty as either a scrub or a mask. Initially, I just used it as a mask, but this past month, I really enjoyed mixing it with my Shea Terra Argan Oil & Acacia Honey Cleanser to make a scrub. Some of the powder + a pump of the Shea Terra cleanser = honey scrubby goodness.
Repurchase? Probably not. I might try to DIY my own version at some point in the future though.
Blissoma Bright Eye Vitalizing Nutrient Serum
The ingredients in this eye serum are pretty amazing, but unfortunately, it wasn't meant to be and I ended up with sore, puffy, swollen eyes within a couple days of starting to use it. Extra sad, because before the reaction, my under eye area was looking pretty phenomenal. Bright is packed with antioxidants and nutrients and I remember reading somewhere that you could use it on any areas that had experienced sun damage, so for the sake of using it up, I started applying it on my shoulders, decollete, and the backs of my hands. I wouldn't buy it just for that, but I did notice an improvement in the health and appearance of those areas while I was using it.
Repurchase? No.
Priti NYC Nail Polish Remover Wipe [Review]
I wasn't going to include these wipes anymore until I finished up the whole set, but after last month's disappointment with them, I wanted to include one more to make sure you guys knew that they're still fabulous. Glitter polishes are a struggle, but for everything else, these are a great option.
Repurchase? Maybe. I still think I want to try the liquid remover next.
Young Living Lavender and Frankincense Essential Oils
Both of these are staples for me. Lavender is basically good for everything, and frankincense has a whole host of uses too. I use both of them on blemishes, and I like mixing a couple drops of frankincense into my clay masks as well. I always stress the importance of research when it comes to essential oils, since purity, method of extraction, and processing are all very important when it comes to the final product you're buying. I'm confident in the quality of Young Living's oils and will continue to buy them.
Repurchase? Yes, I've already cracked open new bottles of both.
Dr. Bronner's Castile Soap in Peppermint and Citrus Orange (samples)
I've got a big, open bottle of the unscented Dr. Bronner's, but I didn't see the point of hanging on to samples anymore, so I used these this month instead. Dr. Bronner's has a million uses, but what I use it for most often is washing my makeup brushes.
Repurchase? Yes, but I'll probably stick with the unscented one.
Nuka Candy Cane Soap
I had a different Nuka soap in my last empties post, but in case you missed it, Nuka is a local, Ontario soap company that's sold in bulk at my Whole Foods. Candy Cane was a seasonal scent I picked up around the holidays, but I didn't end up using it until this month, since I found these soaps too drying on my hands in the winter. Now that it's warmer, I like them and the Candy Cane scent was nice enough, if nothing especially spectacular.
Repurchase? Sure. I have a lot of soap at the moment, but I'd at least give these soaps a browse the next time I'm at Whole Foods.
Silk Naturals Vegan Kisser Slicker in Shine
I think the Vegan Kisser Slickers, are my favorite formula of Silk Naturals lip products. Shine doesn't seem to be available anymore, but it was their untinted one. It gives a slight glossy look to the lips, but I bought it specifically to use as a lip balm, since the formula is very hydrating. It worked great, but the Vegan Kisser Slickers are pretty soft to begin with, and Shine, without any pigments, is even more so - almost a jelly-like consistency - so the tube got used up really quickly.
Repurchase? Not sure.
Hurraw! Coffee Bean Lip Balm [Review]
I like Hurraw!'s lip balms. They sink into your lips and feel like they're really nourishing them. Coffee Bean is a sweet coffee scent that's not so much straight up coffee beans as it is something like a Frappuccino. I liked it, but Hurraw! has so many choices that I tend to pick a new flavour every time I buy one.
Repurchase? Yes, but probably in a different flavour.
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Big empties! Despite my best efforts, I've not really used up any product except for samples... I want to do an empties post so bad! :/
ReplyDeleteI can relate - that totally used to be me! I remember struggling to have enough empties to do them once per season....I don't know what's different now! I don't feel like I've changed how I use things, but somehow I don't have that issue anymore, haha :) Just keep saving them and you'll get there eventually!
DeleteThose are a lot of empties!!! You've been so productive! Hair products aside, I feel like it takes me forever to get through things.
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It sure felt productive, especially when I finally got to give all these the toss! Most were hair products, but I know what you mean...some things are definitely quicker to finish up than others :)
DeleteWow, look at all that hair care! You've made a huge dent in your stash. You need to try Organic Matter Shampoo at aome point, so good.
ReplyDeleteHaha, yes! Apparently I spent a lot of time washing my hair this month. I do want to try Organic Matter at some point :)
DeleteLove this! I have naturally curly hair too, I really want to try the Beautiful Curls Curl Reviving Tonic
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It's a great product! Blew my expectations way out of the water :)
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